As the summer sun blazes over Dallas, Texas, temperatures climb, and the heat can become relentless. For many, this is just another part of the North Texas experience, but for those with asthma, the intense heat can present unique challenges. Managing asthma in such conditions...
Rain is often a refreshing break from the Dallas, Texas heat, a cleanser of the air, and a nurturer of our environment. However, the arrival of rain can also signal the onset of allergy and asthma symptoms. Understanding how rain impacts these conditions can help...
Whether exploring destinations near or away from home, traveling during springtime can be challenging for those with allergies. ...
Spring is a beautiful season marked by blooming flowers, budding trees, and warmer weather. However, for many people, spring also brings seasonal allergies and worsened asthma symptoms. Understanding these conditions and knowing how to manage them can help you enjoy the season to the fullest. /*!...
As the winter season lingers in North Texas, so do the effects of mountain cedar, a notorious trigger for allergies in certain regions. Sneezing, coughing, and itchy eyes are unpleasant symptoms many people experience during this time. During the winter, the trees release large amounts of pollen into...
Asthma Medications Since inflammation of the airways is the key feature of asthma,anti-inflammatory medications are the mainstay of asthma therapy. Mild-intermittent asthmatics do not have a significant degree of inflammation so do not need a daily anti-inflammatory medication. However, mild, moderate and severe-persistent asthmatics do have...
Allergen Avoidance (Dust mites and animal dander avoidance are especially important) Medications Immunotherapy (allergy shots) ...
Causes of Asthma HereditaryChildren who have one asthmatic parent have a 40% chance of inheriting asthma. Those who have 2 asthmatic parents have a 70% chance of developing asthma.Allergens Age of OnsetAllergens contributeto airway inflammation2-6> 90%6-30> 70%> 3050% Factors that worsen asthma: Allergen exposureInfections (colds/viral infections, bronchitis, sinusitis)Gastro-esophageal reflux...
Inflammation of the airways and spasm of the muscles around the airways (bronchospasm) lead to asthma symptoms: WheezingCoughingShortness of breathChest tightness Many asthmatics experience all of these symptoms whereas others experience only one or two. If inflammation is left untreated, “airway remodeling” or scarring of the airways...